What are the options for a girl child, now the only support for her blind mother? This is the story of one such girl—the breadwinner of her family— a story that will set you thinking about the flowers under your feet. »

This week’s highlight: The Crime Control Bureau has shared a list of firms in Bangalore who issue fake job certificates. So if you are looking to hire or be hired through a private consultancy, here are the ones that you should avoid. Also read: “Garbage issue: Rs 200 crore wasted” | Where to donate excess food in Bangalore | and more.»

The Karnataka government has proposed a substantial hike in the fine for honking. Will this reign in the spectre of vehicular noise pollution? What other measures can reduce the deafening noise levels in our city? »